Wasatch Small Business grants awarded

Twenty-five Wasatch County businesses have been selected to receive funding through the Wasatch County Small Business Microgrant Program, a $90,000 business assistance initiative funded through the Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development and administered by Heber Valley Tourism and Economic Development.

The competitive program provides up to $5,000 in matching funds to support projects that help businesses expand services, improve operational efficiency, increase capacity, create jobs, and strengthen the local economy.

"We were impressed by the quality of applications and the innovative projects proposed by businesses throughout Wasatch County," said Dallin Koecher, executive director of Heber Valley Tourism, Economic Development and Chamber of Commerce. "These investments will help local businesses grow, better serve customers, and continue contributing to the economic vitality of our community."

Applications were reviewed and scored by the Wasatch County Economic Opportunity Advisory Board using criteria including business expansion potential, job creation, project feasibility, and the applicant's financial investment in the project. The review panel included representatives from Wasatch County, Heber City, Midway City and local business leaders. The following businesses were selected to receive funding (in alphabetical order):

Bowman Excavation & Landscape, Day 'N Nite Bistro, Everything Green, Friendly Health Co., Griego Hospitality LLC-Salt & Thyme, Heber Valley Artisan Cheese, Heber Valley Brewing Co., Herlove Jewelry, Hidden Peak Provisions, Highland Property Management, Impact Photography, inForm Architecture, Laurel's Custom Framing, Massage Mahal, Mountain MerMade Quilt & Fashion Boutique, Mountain Wellness Bar, Park West Landscaping and Design, Ranch Farms, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Cafe, Sun Peak Transportation, The Intentional Crescent, The Pizza Yard, The Pretzel Connection, Uintah Fireplace & Design, and Xquisite Homes.